Cobi Rehab Seahorse Cushion User manual

Cobi Positioning Cushions
Improving quality of life in immobile patients and ensuring
optimum positioning 24 hours a day.
Cobi Positioning Cushions are developed exclusively for the positioning of
patients within the following patient groups: bariatric, dementia, geriatric,
neurology, palliation, and chronic pain patients.
Used in e.g., care centers, institutions, hospices and in private homes.
Cobi Rehab and Cobi Rehab suppliers comply with the UN conventions
on child labour and forced labour as well as ILO 029, C132 and C182.
USER MANUAL
•Pressure relieving effect.
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Anti-bacterially treated cushion cover.
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Many applications and great flexibility.
•Two types of detachable washable
covers.
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Provides tactile stimuli.
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Developed by Cobi Rehab in
cooperation with special units within
dementia and neurology.

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Contents
1. Safety .................................................................................................................................................................................................3
2. Explanation of symbols.............................................................................................................................................................4
3. General comments ......................................................................................................................................................................5
4. Use .....................................................................................................................................................................................................5
5. Cobi Positioning Cushions .......................................................................................................................................................6
6. Positioning Cushion overview................................................................................................................................................7
7. Get to know the different positioning cushions .............................................................................................................8
8. How to position with Cobi Positioning Cushions.......................................................................................................... 11
9. Cleaning and maintenance .................................................................................................................................................... 14
10. Storage......................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
11. Recycling and disposal ........................................................................................................................................................... 15
12. Warranty ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
13. Specifications............................................................................................................................................................................. 16
14. Accessories................................................................................................................................................................................. 17

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WARNING
Do not use Cobi Positioning Cushions without thorough instruction from
trained staff or from persons who have received instruction in the use of
the positioning cushions. Improper use may injure the user.
Read this user manual carefully before using the Cobi Positioning
Cushions. Pay particular attention to Safety Instructions marked .
Cobi Rehab assumes no responsibility for any damage to the product
nor for personal injury caused by incorrect use of the Cobi Positioning
Cushions.
Immediately contact Cobi Rehab if parts are damaged or missing. Never
use your own spare parts.
Cobi Rehab cannot be held responsible for errors or accidents occurring
after repairs are made without the written permission of Cobi Rehab.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In this user manual, the symbol indicates a safety instruction. Follow
safety instructions carefully.
Cobi Positioning Cushions are intended for indoor use and must not be
exposed to machine washing or strong chemicals.
Do not expose Cobi Positioning Cushions to high temperatures,
prolonged and intense sunlight, cold or other radiation, as it can affect
the surface temperature and durability of the product.
Contact Cobi Rehab for all types of service and repair of the Cobi
Positioning Cushions.
1. Safety

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Caution!
Declaration of conformity, Medical Device
Regulation, EU 2017/745
Cobi Catalogue number
Batch number
Year of manufacture
Manufacture
Medical device, class I
Read manual
CE-Label located at the side of the positioning cushion.
See an example of an CE-label below.
2. Explanation of symbols

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4. Use
This user guide contains important information
about the use of Cobi Positioning Cushions and
the patient group for the cushions. It also includes
some specifications on the Cobi Positioning
Cushions.
The most recent version of this user guide can be
found on our website. Check if the version you are
reading now is the most recent.
If you need a user guide that is written in a larger
font size, the product sheet is available in PDF
format at cobirehab.com, which can be scaled up
to the required font size.
You can always contact Cobi Rehab on telephone
[phone] or e-mail
[email protected]
if you want
more information about the Cobi Positioning
Cushions.
Cobi Rehab reserves the right to change the
product specifications without providing prior
notice.
The UDI number of the Cobi Positioning Cushions
appears on the label, which is located on the side
of each cushion.
Product safety notices and product recalls can be
viewed on the website.
3. General comments
Cobi Positioning Cushions can be used in almost
every situation, where there is a need of pressure
distributing and stabile positioning of an immobile
patient. Therefore, Cobi Positioning Cushions are
used at care centers, institutions, hospices and in
private homes. The intended operator of the
cushions is a health care professional.
Always use Cobi Positioning Cushions with a
cover. There are two different types of cover for
each cushion.
The hygiene cover is made of an anti-bacterially
treated PU material. The hygiene cover is
breathable, stretchable and flame retardant. The
jersey cover is made of 100% ecological cotton,
which is a soft and stretchable material.
Patient group
Cobi Positioning Cushions are ideally used by
patients within the following patient groups:
•Bariatric
•Dementia
•Geriatric
•Neurology
•Palliation
•Chronic pain patients.
Common to these patients, is that many of them
are at risk of developing tissue damage and
pressure ulcers.
Positioning Cushions and other assistive aids
Cobi Positioning Cushions can successfully be
used with other assistive aids from Cobi Rehab,
such as Lasal Positioning Cushions, Kelvin
Comfort Wheelchair and Reden MobiBed.
Re-use
Please notice, that Cobi Positioning Cushions
must be thoroughly disinfected if they are to be
used by another user. This is done to avoid cross-
contamination. See the section on Cleaning and
maintenance.
The various covers for Cobi Positioning Cushions
must be thoroughly washed or replaced before
switching to a new user.
There are no contraindications associated with
positioning with Cobi positioning Cushions.
4.1 Contra indications

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5. Cobi Positioning Cushions
Cobi Positioning Cushions are developed by Cobi
Rehab in cooperation with special units within
dementia and neurology. The result is positioning
cushions, which are modular and able to retain its
shape thus providing stability as well as a large
support surface and pressure distribution.
Anatomical design and a certain weight
In the design of Cobi Positioning Cushions, we
have focused on being able to position the
cushions tightly and close to the user’s body.
The cushions have a certain weight which
contributes to staying in place once positioned
and provide both stability and support.
The cushions are filled with 3mm beads, visco
elastic foam, cold-cured foam, and SEBS granules.
Distribution and content are adjusted to each
cushion.
There are two types of covers, a hygiene cover,
and a jersey cover. Both covers are breathable,
washable, anti-bacterially treated and stretchable.
Positioning a patient with Cobi U-Cushion, Cobi
Cylinder Short Cushion og Cobi Fin Cushion.
Lasal Positioning Cushions
Cobi Rehab's positioning cushions assortment
also includes more than 40 different Lasal
Positioning Cushions. The two series can be
combined and provide unlimited positioning
options for the individual, as they together meet
the need for comfort, relief,
rest, and support of
the whole body.
Unlike Cobi Positioning Cushions, Lasal
Positioning Cushions do not have the same
weight, due to the composition of the filling. The
series distinguishes itself by providing a soft and
supple comfort suitable for positioning close to
the body and fill out cavities between body and
surface. With more than 40 Lasal Positioning
Cushions, in out on different sizes and shapes, it is
always possible to ensure an individual and
flexible positioning.
Lasal Positioning Cushions are sold with a cotton
cover in strong colors, which can be at help in the
positioning of patients.
We highly recommend the combination of Lasal
and Cobi positioning Cushions in most positioning
situations, and as a customer you can always call
us for more information or help when facing
difficult positioning issues with users in care
centers, institutions etc.
A selection of the over 40 different Lasal Positioning
Cushions in our assortment.

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6. Positioning Cushion overview
Cobi Flexi Cushion
Cobi Robust Cushion
Cobi Seahorse Cushion
Cobi Seahorse Junior
Cushion
Cobi H-Cushion
Cobi Cylinder Short
Cushion
Cobi Small pillow
Cobi Large pillow
Cobi Universal Cushion
Cobi U- Cushion
Cobi Lap Cushion
Cobi Heel/arm Cushion
Cobi Wedge Cushion
Cobi Fin Cushion

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The complete side position cushion. Everything
needed for a good side position is gathered in
this.
Cobi Seahorse Cushion is also used with Cobi Fin
Cushion for front positioning.
Seahorse Cushion: Order No 0400-056-000.
Seahorse Jr. Cushion: Order No 0400-057-000.
Cobi Seahorse Jr. Cushion | Size 127x27x12 | 2.5 kg.
Cobi Seahorse Cushion | Size 186x51x26 | 5 kg.
The construction of the Flexi Cushion makes it
suitable as body support in a Semi-Fowler
positioning. Flexi Cushion can be used as a U-
Cushion in several positioning situations.
Flexi Cushion can be placed behind, in front of or
around the user. When the user is placed half-
lying on the cushion in a supine or abdominal
position, the cushion's design provides a tight
body delimitation and stable support.
Cobi Flexi Cushion: Order No 0400-068-000.
7.3 Cobi Flexi Cushion
Cobi Flexi Cushion | Size 194x27x15 | 3.7 kg.
Cobi Fin Cushion is intended as an accessory for
Cobi Seahorse Cushion and is used for further
relief or positioning of the ankle and heel.
Finn Cushion can as a cushion be used as support
for neck and head.
Cobi Fin Cushion: Order No 0400-058-000.
7.2 Cobi Fin Cushion
7. Get to know the different positioning cushions
Robust Cushion is 200 cm long and 28 cm wide.
The design and the weight of the cushion make it
extremely suitable for a tight positioning, such as
in a Semi-Fowler positioning or in a partial
abdominal position.
Robust cushion is also used for agitated patients
who need increased tactile stimuli and
proprioceptive delineation.
Cobi Robust Cushion: Order No 0400-70-000.
7.4 Cobi Robust Cushion
Cobi Robust Cushion | Size 200x28x28 | 6 kg.
7.1 Cobi Seahorse Cushion/Seahorse Junior Cushion
Cobi Fin Cushion | Size 64x34x | 0.6 kg.

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Wedge Cushion is designed as a triangular
cushion and is used e.g., for stabilization in front
and behind the back in a side position for a fixed
hold.
When Wedge Cushion is placed in front of the
body, it provides good support in the neutral
position of the upper arm and shoulder. In supine
position, Wedge Cushion is used to support the
hocks, calves, and thighs.
Cobi Wedge Cushion: Order No 0400-066-000.
7.5 Cobi Wedge Cushion
Cobi Wedge Cushion | Size 40x50x14 | 1.1 kg.
The U-shape of the cushion provides good body
support. U-Cushion can be placed behind, in front
of or around the user.
Body support is one of the cornerstones in a
Semi-Fowler position. Therefore, it is here
recommended to use a U-Cushion.
Cobi U-pude: Order No 0400-072-000.
7.6 Cobi U-Cushion
Cobi U-Cushion | Size 88x94x17 | 2.7 kg.
Cobi Lap Cushion | Size 55x54x12 | 1.2 kg.
Lap Cushion is used in a sitting position, where
the restless user needs to have "the cat in his
arms".
Lap Cushion creates calmness and demarcation
but can also be used for positioning the head or
thighs in a sitting position in the bed.
Cobi Lap Cushion: Order No 0400-050-000.
7.7 Cobi Lap Cushion
Cobi Universal Cushion | Size 58x39x22 | 1.7 kg.
Universal Cushion ensures hip abduction and
reduces the risk of hip dislocation when the user
is turned from back position to side position.
Universal Cushion is also suitable for supporting
the arm and shoulder, for preventing edema and
as support for the feet against the headboard.
Cobi Universal Cushion: Order No 0400-054-000.
7.8 Cobi Universal Cushion

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H-Cushion positions the hip joint laterally in the
neutral position. This makes it suitable for post hip
surgery and users with spasticity.
When H-Cushion is used in the supine position,
the hip joints are positioned in flexion, while the
legs are positioned supported and stable. It is also
used in rehabilitation and therapy sessions.
Cobi H-Cushion: Order No 0400-074-000.
7.9 Cobi H-Cushion
Cobi H-Cushion | Size 50x30x30 | 1.8 kg.
Large pillow is used for back support in the Semi-
Fowler position. Large Pillow also provides a
stable hold when used for positioning the head for
neutral neck position.
If you need relief for heels, place a large pillow
under the calves in a supine position. Finally,
Large Pillow can be used as support for the body
and/or arm for lateral and abdominal position.
Cobi Large Pillow: Order No 0400-049-000.
7.12 Cobi Large Pillow
Small Pillow is recommended when small cavities
need to be filled in the positioning for optimal
support.
Small Pillow is also used to prevent tissue damage
such as shear or pressure sores between the
knees.
Cobi Small Pillow: Order No 0400-048-000.
7.11 Cobi Small Pillow
Cobi Cylinder Short Cushion | Size 95x25x25 | 1.7 kg.
Heel/Arm Cushion is often used to elevate the
heel from the mattress when treating pressure
ulcers. Heel/Arm Cushion is also used in situations
where the entire lower leg must be elevated to
minimize the risk of edema.
Users with reduced tone or a hemiplegic arm may
also benefit from a Heel/Arm Cushion.
Cobi Heel/Arm Cushion No 0400-060-000.
7.13 Cobi Heel/Arm Cushion
Cylinder Cushion is essential when positioning in
Semi-Fowler position and when flexing the knee.
The Cylinder Cushion can also be used for side
positioning, as stability for the knees.
Cobi Cylinder Cushion: Order No 0400-064-000.
7.10 Cobi Cylinder Short Cushion
Cobi Large Pillow | Size 58x40x13 | 0.9 kg.
Cobi Heel/Arm Cushion | Size 40x28x11 | 0.9 kg.
Cobi Small Pillow | Size 39x25x8 | 0.3 kg.